A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Communications Team and Government Communications Team, George W. Nash, has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Communications Officer for the NDC in the Madina Constituency, stating that his years of dedicated service to the party have prepared him to take up the leadership role.
Speaking on Ahotor FM’s Adekyee Mu Nsem programme with Citizen Kofi Owusu in Accra, Mr. Nash said he has consistently defended and promoted the ideals of the NDC over the years and believes the time has come for him to serve the party at the constituency level.
According to him, delegates should elect leaders with proven records of commitment, hard work and loyalty to the party rather than making decisions based on personal interests.
Touching on partisan politics, Mr. Nash launched a scathing attack on the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), claiming that if he had his way, he would buy the NPP and transform it into a “jama group.” He argued that the party’s supporters are better known for singing, chanting and making noise than offering constructive alternatives to national issues.
He said such a “jama group” could instead be used to support Ghana’s national teams during international football tournaments by leading supporters in songs and chants. Mr. Nash further accused the NPP of engaging in propaganda and spreading falsehoods instead of presenting credible policies to Ghanaians.
On governance, Mr. Nash expressed confidence in the administration of President John Dramani Mahama, predicting that the NDC could remain in power for as long as 16 years if the government continues to deliver on its promises.
He, however, urged party appointees and government officials to remain humble and accessible to party members and ordinary Ghanaians.
“You may be appointed today, but don’t forget your brothers and sisters. Some people assume office and suddenly they no longer answer calls from those who stood by them. Leadership is about service, not arrogance,” he stated.
Mr. Nash appealed to government officials to govern with love, humility and respect, stressing that these values are essential for maintaining the confidence of party supporters and the general public.
“We have to tell ourselves the truth. Let us govern with love, let us govern with respect, and let us always remember that political office is an opportunity to serve the people and not ourselves,” he added.
Commenting on the Constitutional Review Committee’s proposal to extend Ghana’s presidential term from four to five years, Mr. Nash welcomed the recommendation, saying it would provide governments with sufficient time to implement long-term development policies.
He praised the work of the Constitutional Review Committee and noted that several of its recommendations could help transform Ghana into a more development-oriented nation, in line with proposals championed by Professor Kwasi Prempeh.
While supporting the proposed five-year presidential term, Mr. Nash suggested that the committee should also have considered introducing an upper age limit for individuals seeking high public office, especially since the minimum age requirement for some positions has been reviewed.
He further called for stronger anti-corruption measures, insisting that public officials must use every opportunity entrusted to them to serve the nation rather than enrich themselves.
“When you’re given the opportunity to serve, don’t serve yourself. Don’t become corrupt and then hide behind a political party. Ghana deserves leaders who will put the national interest first,” he stressed.
Mr. Nash concluded by calling for accountability, integrity and selfless leadership in public office, saying these principles are necessary for Ghana’s democratic and economic development.
Story By Stephen Kwaku Owusu Mintah | Ahotoronline | Accra.